1988 Citroen AX vs. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen AX would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1720 kg more than 1988 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen AX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Citroen | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | AX | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 108 L |
